Thursday, March 14, 2019 8:17 am

Donald Lee Splawn, 59, passed away March 2, 2019.

He was born on May 20, 1959 to the late Frank Thad Splawn and Betty Sparks Splawn.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a granddaughter.

Survivors left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 32 years Debbie Splawn, one daughter Leigh Ann Splawn and Bobby Johnson, two brothers Michael Splawn and wife Roycette from Murphy, NC, Rob Splawn and wife Wendy from Shelby, NC, one sister Terry Davidson and husband Sidney from Shelby, NC. Two grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews will also miss him. He will be greatly missed but left us with many precious memories.

He was a cherished gramps, husband, father, coach, and friend. He retired from the NC DMV and received his dream job of Director of Tennis at the Cleveland Country Club. He touched many lives through his passion for tennis and life.

The funeral service was held at Westview Baptist Church, Shelby. Donald was laid to rest at Cliffside Cemetery following the service.

Eggers Funeral Home is serving the family.